FAQs
Why this approach?
Herbscript was designed with both standards and individuals in mind. This allows for flexibility within clear clinical frameworks. It makes the work more adaptive than prescriptive, creating treatments that more accurately reflect what is happening in a case.
How does HerbScript work?
Begin by scheduling a consultation. You will receive an email with information about how to prepare, including how to send relevant test results or imaging and provide a photograph of your tongue for assessment.
We will meet through secure telehealth. After the consultation, an herbal formula will be designed, based on your individual needs and what we have discussed. The prescription will be sent to a pharmacy serving your region, which will prepare the formula and ship it directly to you.
Pharmacy services are currently available in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia.
A limited “Second Opinion” consultation is also available for people seeking professional input without beginning treatment. Please contact me for details.
How much does HerbScript cost?
During the early stages of treatment, most clients spend approximately $600 per month. This typically includes two consultations and four weeks of custom herbal formulas at an average dose. The first month may cost somewhat more because the initial assessment is longer than a follow-up consultation.
Costs generally decrease over time. As treatment becomes more stable, many clients need lower doses of herbs, less frequent consultations, or both.
Prices
Initial telehealth assessment: $225
Follow-up assessment: $125
Custom herbal formulas: $15 compounding fee plus $0.40 per gram
Shipping: Varies by pharmacy, region, and country
Herbal pricing may also vary somewhat by pharmacy and region. Some clients need larger formulas or more frequent consultations, while others need less. Your likely costs will become clearer after the initial consultation and first prescription.
How many consultations do I need?
Most new clients begin with appointments about two weeks apart. As treatment becomes more stable, consultations can be scheduled less frequently. The exact timing depends on the complexity of the condition and how often the formula needs to be adjusted.
How do I take my herbs?
Most clients are prescribed concentrated powdered extracts. These are prepared from herbs that have been cooked and concentrated, allowing them to be used without preparing a traditional stovetop decoction.
The powder can be dissolved in hot water and taken as a tea. Some clients instead place the measured powder in the mouth and wash it down with water. Instructions will be provided with your prescription, and we can discuss which method works best for you.
How quickly will I see results?
Response time varies. Some people notice changes early, while chronic or complicated conditions generally require more time and repeated formula adjustments. Early treatment is partly a process of learning how your system responds.
Should I do anything to prepare for my consultation?
Before the consultation, consider the main problem you would most like help with. Think about the symptoms you experience directly, when they occur, what makes them better or worse, and how they affect your daily life.
Relevant diagnoses, laboratory results, imaging, medications, and supplements are also important. You will have an opportunity to provide this information before the appointment.
Please attend the consultation from a private, quiet place where you can speak freely and remain focused.
How do you ensure the quality of your herbs?
I prescribe concentrated herbal extracts from established professional suppliers with rigorous quality-control systems. The herbs are authenticated and tested for contaminants such as heavy metals, pesticide residues, bacteria, yeast, and mold.
Depending on the manufacturer, additional laboratory methods are used to verify botanical identity, constituent levels, and consistency from batch to batch. Finished products are manufactured under cGMP standards, with batch testing available through the supplier.
Are all of your herbs plants?
Nearly all of the ingredients I prescribe are plant-based. Chinese herbal medicine also includes a smaller number of substances derived from minerals, shells, insects, or other animal sources. For this reason, practitioners sometimes use the broader term “medicinals.”
Most patients receive formulas made entirely from plants. Non-plant ingredients are used selectively when they offer a particular clinical benefit. I do not prescribe ingredients derived from endangered species.
Please tell me about any dietary, ethical, religious, or allergy-related restrictions. I will discuss any relevant ingredients with you so that you can make an informed decision.